Stage Technician

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Posting Summary

College

College VP Business And Finance-DIV

Executive Area

Executive Area VP Business And Finance

Department

Posting Number

Posting Number S1691P

Job Type

Job Type Full Time, Regular

Pay Type

Pay Type Nonexempt/Hourly

Pay Grade

Pay Grade E

Campus Location

Campus Location WMU-Kalamazoo - Main Campus

Salary Range

Salary Range Pay is commensurate with qualifications and experience, combined with an excellent benefits package.

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

General Summary

Provides technical support for stage productions.

• Maintains the operating condition of all equipment and systems that are required for the production of professional theatrical, musical and other events.
• Designs, fabricates, installs and maintains technical and mechanical systems that are required for the productions of auditorium events.
• Maintains effective communication with auditorium staff, University personnel and individual production crews. Provides customer service.
• Assures strict compliance with all safety regulations, requirements and standards.
• Supervises and trains stage employees.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Five years’ relevant experience.
• Ability to work irregular shifts and extended hours, including weekends and holidays.

• Demonstrate expertise in professional sound systems, audio programming, and live event audio operations.
• Configure, manage, and troubleshoot Dante networking environments, QLab show control software, and Blackmagic Design video equipment.
• Design, maintain, and support WiFi networks, audio/video network infrastructure, and VLAN configurations.
• Operate and program Yamaha CL5 digital sound consoles for live productions and events.
• Set up, maintain, and troubleshoot wireless microphone systems, in-ear monitor systems, hearing assistance devices, and descriptive audio systems.
• Manage and maintain acoustic treatment systems, including sound-absorbing curtain installations and related venue acoustics equipment.
• Operate, maintain, and optimize professional audio and audiovisual systems to deliver exceptional audience experiences.
• Apply advanced technical knowledge of audio, video, projection, and sound reinforcement systems to support diverse event requirements.
• Mix front-of-house ( FOH ) and monitor audio for concert bands, orchestras, theatrical performances, and non-union touring productions.
• Integrate house-owned and rental equipment seamlessly while maintaining exceptional organization, inventory control, and operational efficiency.
• Adapt and configure venue audio, video, and projection systems to meet the unique needs of school, community, corporate, and touring events.
• Serve as Head House Audio Engineer for Broadway touring productions, acting as the primary liaison for touring audio teams and ensuring successful execution of all audio-related requirements.

• External applicants should use the WMU – Application.
• Internal applicants should use the WMU – Internal Application.
• Western Michigan University offers generous benefits to its employees including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, retirement, and tuition discount for the employee and tuition remission for eligible dependents. To access information about the specific benefits available for this position, go to: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).-staff

• Heavy work frequently working in difficult work positions or with physical demands such as continuously lifting or moving materials greater than 50 pounds.
• Work is performed in an environment with exposure to somewhat disagreeable or hazardous conditions.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have five years of relevant experience?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have the ability to work irregular shifts and extended hours, including weekends and holidays?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you able to demonstrate expertise in professional sound systems, audio programming, and live event audio operations?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you able to configure, manage, and…